A2NounMasculine
l' origano
oregano
/oh-REE-gah-noh/
Plural: origani
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What does ‘origano’ mean in English?
Examples in Context
Metto l'origano sulla pizza prima di infornarla.
I put oregano on the pizza before putting it in the oven.
L'origano essiccato è più intenso di quello fresco.
Dried oregano is more intense than fresh.
About This Word
Origano is used dried more than fresh in Italian cooking, especially on pizza, in tomato sauces, and with grilled meats and fish. It is a hallmark of southern Italian cuisine.
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